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In addition to general duties that employers and employees have to themselves and each other to ensure health and safety in the workplace, there are regulations to deal with particular hazards and for industries where hazards are particularly high.
The Health and Safety Executive (HSE) lists a number of important pieces of health and safety legislation in its 'Health and safety regulation: a short guide'. These cover such things as:
Additionally, specific regulations cover particular areas, including lead, asbestos, chemicals, construction work, and gas safety.
Visit the HSE website for the many ways in which they can help you with particular issues like those listed above, including a helpline, their 'Ask an expert' service, and by ordering free leaflets.
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